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Stomach seems to be larger than normal
My in law who is 82 years old. He recently had a fracture in his hip so unable to walk. Considering his age and other ailments doctors suggested not to go for surgery as it will still make him worse. He has been bed ridden for more than a month now. The problem is, his stomach is swelling very often and it seems abnormal. Frequent stools, at least three times a day. His intake is reduced considerably, having just one idly for breakfast and a bowl of rice for lunch. He keeps on blabbering just few unknown and known names he is calling. As his stomach is swelling, someone said it's is not a good sign. Hence want to check this team on what should we do next.
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Consult a MD physician…. He must be definitely having electrolyte imbalances because of decreased intake. Low potassium (hypokalemia) might be responsible for abdominal swelling because of decreased intestinal movements and low sodium (hyponatremia) might he causing blabbering.
He needs actual physical examination and some blood tests .
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A curt (but scientifically correct) advice is that you should consult a General Physician in your area for his check up and management. The doctors on Tele-consultation can do nothing by remote control.
I wonder if the advice for avoiding surgery was given by an Orthopedic surgeon or by a Cardiologist, or by the Family Physician.
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Do a USG WA
Sr electrolytes
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Get a visiting physician for a clinical examination and appropriate management.
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Check out electrolyte imbalance and consult a physician asap
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Need few more details
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Your 82-year-old in-law, bedridden after a hip fracture, has a swollen abdomen, frequent stools, reduced food intake, and is confused/blabbering. These may indicate infection, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, or abdominal issues like constipation or fluid buildup.
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Call a doctor for a home visit urgently.
Get basic blood tests, abdominal scan, and urine test.
Keep her hydrated, give soft food, and monitor stool/urine.
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This situation may be serious — early medical evaluation is needed.
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Check his HB, LFT & RFT
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food and
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits and
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Vaibhav Kumar
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Asansol
Can be Bloating, Can be Electrolyte Imbalances.
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Get a Visiting Physician for a Physical Checkup
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Get scan of abdomen done.
Needs to be evaluated.
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Check his serum electrolytes level and manage in tandem with a physician and an orthopedic surgeon
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Yuvraj Arora Monga
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28 yrs exp
Delhi
Dear Practo User.
Thanks for sending across your query.
At his age and condition, stomach swelling with reduced intake, frequent stools, and altered behavior may indicate infection, constipation, or organ dysfunction. Immediate medical evaluation, abdominal scan, and blood tests are essential to rule out serious complications. Seek hospital care promptly.
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